Barking dog rules in Anaheim, CA — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Anaheim has a dedicated barking dog ordinance under AMC Chapter 8.10 with specific civil fines. Enforcement officers may issue citations based on signed complaints. A 10-day correction period is given before fines begin.
AMC Chapter 8.10 specifically addresses barking dog violations with a structured civil fine process. Any Enforcement Officer may issue a civil citation based on a complaint signed under penalty of perjury by a community member disturbed by the barking. Before issuing a citation, the responsible person receives a 10-day correction period to resolve the problem. Each day the violation continues beyond the 10-day period constitutes a separate violation subject to a separate citation and fine. Fine amounts double if not paid within 15 days of the due date. The responsible person may request an administrative hearing to contest the citation under AMC 8.10.080. This ordinance works alongside the general noise nuisance provisions of AMC 6.73. Orange County Animal Care also handles barking complaints and may provide mediation resources.
Barking dog after 10-day correction: civil fine per day. Unpaid fines doubled after 15 days. Repeat violations: escalating penalties.
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